I decided it was time for a new haircut. Found a LivingSocial deal for Hair by Andrea because I thought she was in Round Rock....She moved to this Salon near Lakeline Mall, which was fine with me. It's super cute and everyone there is very friendly. They offer an array of services including manicures, facials, eyelashes, waxing. Andrea is very cool. I love hearing her speak Portuguese ;) Anyway, I showed her a haircut that I really liked - about shoulder-length with layers and bangs that are not too blunt - and she nailed it! Some other highlights (excuse the pun) was a deep conditioned treatment that sat on my head for 10 minutes and some delicious wine that helped me relax! She'll be my new hair stylist...I like her, the salon and her rates are affordable...Check her out! read more

Babszis Hair Salon - Hair by Andrea - Hair Salons Near Me - Austin, Texas

I'm very happy that I found this place. 8 years spent in Los Angeles and I was never able to find a hair stylist as good as Barbara. I've been in Austin for 6 months now and I'd been avoiding doing anything to my hair because I was dreading trying out a new salon. Eventually my haircut had grown out and I was using the straightening iron every day frying my hair away. I took a chance in a groupon and ended up at Babszis. -Barbara was very communicative and extremely knowledgeable about what she was doing. She did a fantastic Brazilian blow out for an excellent price, probably the best in Austin for keratin treatment. She did such a good job that I went from using a straightening iron everyday to not even having to blow dry my hair. TLDR; very satisfied, would recommend. read more

Babszis Hair Salon - Before & After - Hair Salons Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I LOVE THIS PLACE. I will definitely be going back. I got a groupon for a brazilian blowout for about 90 bucks. When I got there she went over the extra costs and was very upfront about it. I agreed and she redeemed it. She did an amazing job and i can't say enough good things. She was very funny and she gave me an amazing haircut. I kept most the length but got rid of the split ends. Please refer to my pictures I am uploading to see what a truly amazing job she did! Love ya Babara!! read more

Babszis Hair Salon - AFTER. SO WONDERFUL. - Hair Salons Near Me - Austin, Texas

Barbara has been styling my hair for over 12 years now. I have very thick and difficult hair, but Barbara has managed to tame it over the years. She is a true artist with talent and passion for hair. She is always up to date on current trends and gives my hair the bold edge that I like whether it's a pixie cut or a modern bob. I get compliments on my hair everyday, no joke. People even ask me if I'm wearing a wig! That's how precise her cuts are. I carry a stack of her business cards with me because I know people are going to ask who does my hair. If you want a fabulous haircut from a sweet, honest and creative individual go see Barbara! read more

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She wouldn't return my calls or texts... I called Groupon, and they said they've had such an excessive amount of complaints about Babszis, that they will no longer allow her to use the Groupon site! (It takes A LOT, to get denied access, permanently!) This lady is rude, a thief, and irrational... She has ZERO integrity, and doesn't know what she's doing!! Don't trust her to do ANYTHING to your hair! Apparently, I was LUCKY... Because I've heard that the customers that stood up for themselves... Ended up with the wrong color, and her "missing" 30% of the hair, completely!! Just not worth ANY savings!! (However, GROUPON was VERY understanding, and QUICK, to refund my money!) read more

I was excited to go to this salon because of the good reviews on Yelp. Well let me tell you, WATCH OUT! Barbara will rip you off, and she doesn't honor the Yelp discount even if you check in, either. My 15 year old daughter wanted to use her own money to get the under side of her hair darkened. We had called around and found that most places quoted around $40-$45 for this service. When I scheduled the appointment, I verified that this would be the charge. Since the person making the appointment was not the one we would see, she had me hold for a moment to ask Barbara. Yes. $45. I told my daughter she would need to bring enough for a tip too. When we went in, I also wanted to get my nails done because we were going on a trip the next day. First, I went with my daughter to talk to the stylist and make sure she understood what we needed. We discussed the color and during the conversation I asked my daughter if she wanted to have a little layer put in her hair so the color would show more. She said no and I agreed because she had actually just had her hair cut the previous week. I also asked how long it would take and was told about 30 minutes. I went over to the other section of the salon for a manicure, but they were working me in, so it took a while. After about 45 minutes, I texted her to ask her to come over to where I was before she paid because I wanted to make sure she knew to ask for the Yelp deal, even though I had mentioned it when I scheduled the appointment. She texted back that I would probably be done before her, which I thought was weird, but didn't worry about it. I got done after about an hour and went over to the other side of the salon where my daughter was. I was surprised to see Barbara using a straightening iron on her, but she made it sound like she just wanted to do a little extra since we weren't in a hurry. Here's the only reason this isn't a 1-star review, considering I truly believe we were totally ripped off: Her hair looked really gorgeous. I have to admit she did a great job on the color. She also trimmed the ends, which I did not ask for, but it did kind of need it because my daughter wouldn't let the person who cut it the previous week take much off. BUT I did not need the extra $45 charge that was added to my bill. Apparently Barbara talked my 15 year old daughter into having her cut her hair without either making it clear to my daughter that there would be a charge for it or asking me! Yes, we discussed it at the beginning, but the decision not to do it was made before price was even brought up and I NEVER would have okay'd another $45! Whether she charged for the style or not (she didn't) that DOUBLED what we expected to pay, and I had even mentioned that my daughter had saved up her own money for the color. There was no reason she couldn't have walked around the corner to ask me if it was okay to perform another service. I hadn't driven away. I was just in the other room getting my nails done. If she was going to take the word of a minor for that kind of charge, she should have at least spelled it out and said " I'd like to trim the ends of your hair so it will look better but it does cost $45 for me to do that. Is that okay?" But she didn't. She just said something like "You know, it would look at lot better if I just trimmed a little off the ends" and my daughter thought she was just being nice so she said okay. I didn't know until check out when she asked for $90 instead of $45 that she was charging for it. Me: Wait a minute. I was told $45. That's what we discussed. Barbara: No, I cut her hair too and that's another $45. I didn't charge for the blow dry and style, though. Me: But I didn't say to cut it OR blow dry and style it. We''re going from here to ride horses. Why would we pay to have it styled just to get it all messed up? Barbara: Well she said she wanted it cut. My daughter: Embarrassed look on her face, but silent. (She didn't realize there would be a charge either) Me: Well her hair does look gorgeous, so I guess I'll pay it, but this is not right. You should have asked me. Barbara: Verbally apologetic, but not budging. The more I thought about it, the more I felt I had been ripped off, but I was still conflicted about it because she did do a good job, and she was nice. I guess that's how con artists operate. I'm embarrassed to say it, but I did include a small tip because I'm so conditioned to do that. After hearing my daughter's side of how it happened, I called back and told Barbara that I really thought it wasnt right and I wanted at least part of my money back. She said she would give me back the haircut charge if I wanted to come back for it. Because I felt conflicted, I actually backed off and said I'd just take $20 back and consider it a misunderstanding. Well, I told several friends and family and they were like, " Sundra you were totally scammed." So when I went in I asked for the $45 but she would only give me $20. read more

Stylist Barbara Adams (formerly with Toni and Guy, Lakeline Mall and Barton Creek Mall), has been cutting my hair for the last 5 years. She is a very dedicated stylist. She is highly professional, and has gone above and beyond to make sure that I am completely satisfied with her service. I highly recommend her!! She has worked magic on my unruly curly hair. From long styles, to a short bob, she has been very skilled with every hair challenge I throw her way!!! A+++++++ read more

I came in for a cut and color. I wanted a solid dark brown. My hair had highlights in it previously, but this wasn't anything challenging at all. Barbara showed up over 30 minutes late. While doing my hair Barbara kept complaining about how hungry she was. At one point she left me with my hair in chair with my head in the sink to go eat a burger and came back 30 minutes later. Then proceeded to talk badly about a client to a friend of hers. I sat quietly and just waited for my hair to be done. After Barbara did my hair, I was content with what I saw. It wasn't exactly what I wanted but I was OK with it. When she rang me up my total came to $262...she said a cut was $67 and starting price for the color was $165. Even though her starting price on the website for color was $55. Then she started complaining about how dry my hair was and saying my hair was very damaged. Even though she said the opposite when I first got there. Then I got home and straightened my hair only to find that there HUGE spots she did not color. I went back to have her fix it and she refused to accept any blame or responsibility. She said it was normal some spots to get missed. (Which is not true) I've never had someone miss spots this big in my life especially not for the rates she charged. She did fix it after all was said and done, but I would never recommend anyone to go see her. Very unprofessional and will rip you off if she gets the opportunity for sloppy work. Save your money. Go some place else. read more

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Was looking for a place for hair since I'm in the military and got orders to Fort Hood a couple months ago. I wish I went elsewhere for my keratin treatment and hair cut. There was a booking error, and I had to wait 2 hours before she started on my hair. Ok, it happens... When she saw my hair she said she had to charge $70 extra dollars for my hair because it's long. I said I wanted a hair cut also so she said ok, and cut about 4.5 inches, so it was a little over shoulder length. Since I waited she said she would give me free hair cut. The treatment itself was great, my hair is nice and smooth but I told her I wanted layers but she cut my hair straight across and I hated it. There was no shape! She started cutting more hair to give some shape and it became shorter than what I wanted. I just wanted to go home at his point because I've been there for over 4 hours already. At the end she charged me Extra $75 dollars for my "length" for extra product when she cut off the length already before she even started! Two other stylists charged like $20-25 for extra product when I was living in Hawaii and San Antonio. I hate my hair but my hair was long and it was getting too hot so I'm just dealing with it. Will never come here ever again. Make sure you call to confirm appointment and make sure when you say you want layers you are on the same page on how you want it to look. I don't like the blunt straight across look but she cut it that way. read more

Babszis Hair Salon - I said I wanted layers and she cut it straight across at first, blunt ends. She started fixing it which cut more hair. - Hair Salons Near Me - Austin, Texas

Just want to give a shout out for the best shellac manicure ever!! Not only is this place ultra clean the quality is beyond! I believe her name is Marie and she is worth every penny:) read more

I had a Bazillion Blow out and I love it. Barbra looked at my hair and told me extra costs because of my long hair and I opted to get a hair cut as well because of my split ends. She was very friendly and welcoming. She would explain what she was doing as we went along and I appreciated that. I was hesitant because of some of the reviews, but I am glad I went and I love my hair. Shoot, my husband loves my hair. It's never looked this good before, but then again I would go to Super cuts or some place like that LOL! Would definitely recommend. read more

I highly recommend Babszis. Barbara Adams, owner, is talented with all types of hair, color, and extensions. She also has a full salon service, including facials and nails. I've followed Barbara for 13 years and now that she owns her own Salon, she is offering high quality and friendly service. Give her a call - you won't be disappointed. read more

I have found a great place to get my husband's hair done. Keisha, located at Babszis Salon, does an awesome job on natural hair. She takes her time and listens to what the customer wants. He comes out looking great. She has great customer service and always fits him in because his schedule is so unpredictable. She does a great job! read more

I LOVE this salon! It's upscale and cost a bit more than salons in the area, but my girl Sara, who has been doing my hair going on 4 years, does exactly what I ask for. Great with communication so I don't feel like Im going in blind, I always know what to expect. Her color is great and does an amazing blow dry. read more

I have had Keratin Treatments in the past which have been really great. My hair is very healthy, I only have waves that I like softened. I had the worst experience here, the stylist - owner herself uses lazy technique of just applying cheap keratin hair products on your hair and putting you under the hair drying machine twice for 45 mins each throughout a 4 hour session, as a result my perfectly great hair has now been broken from the top layer exactly where the hair drying machine was impacting it the most. The hair cut was horrible and the hair color brand used was the cheapest quality, after washing my hair she herself noticed there was no coverage at all. After spending nearly $300 and 6 hours my hair has gone 50% down in quality, I was also charged additional conditioning charge, which doesn't make sense as keratin itself is that "conditioning treatment". My friends and family who see me everyday, were shocked at seeing my hair looking so bad. I do NOT recommend this salon as after spending $300 and almost an entire day you would be extremely unhappy, just like me. read more

This is the worst place ever. I had a groupon for a Brazilian Keratin treatment and I was so excited to treat my daughter for her 20th birthday before she returned to college summer of 2013. I accompanied her to the appointment and when she sat in the chair, the owner (I believe) started to touch her curly, coarse hair and pulling it out in disgust, saying things like, "Your hair is so fried, this is aweful, I need to put a conditioner in it first (for a steep price)" I refused and politely explained to her that she is an athlete and hair management is difficult. She went on and on in disgust. My daughter was about to cry. I told her again, that's why we were here and I even showed her beautiful pictures of my daughter's hair all styled so she would get off of the horrific remarks. I left for an hour while she was getting her treatment and upon my return the beautifcian said, "Sorry I had to do the conditioning treatment", I said, well I won't pay for that, I declined it. Then when we went to check out, she asked for a tip stating 25% was typical on the groupons. It was extremely awkward and my daughter was so upset. The process she did on her hair looked ok for about 30 minutes after we left salon, I, myself have had 2-3 keratin treatments/year for many years and have never had breakage, or anything less than silky, smooth locks. I am pretty sure since my daughters hair was burned and coming out in handfuls for a long time, keratin WAS NOT what she used on her hair. It has taken over a year to grow out and get healthy again. Her hair is short and we resorted to extensions for the time being. So much for a HAPPY BIRTHDAY. This place is a nightmare. Oh...and I have called several times to try and find out what product they used on her hair, to no avail. read more

I will never return here again. I answered a Craig's List ad that listed they were doing box braids for $75 and that hair was available on request. So I spoke with Yolanda and made an apt with her to come in the following week (Tuesday). She never once said she was charging for the hair. Fast forward to Tuesday I come in for my apt, both the manager (Barbara) and Yolanda just stare at me and tell me somebody canceled my apt. I state that I have never called to cancel. They both tell me that somebody named Lisa texted Yolanda and canceled a clients apt. I told them I don't know anyone named Lisa and asked why either of them would assume it was me when the text wasn't even from my phone number. I then asked to speak to this "Lisa" and they wouldn't let me have the phone number. Barbara claimed she couldn't find it on her phone but clearly Yolanda had it on her phone .Once again both of them went on and on about how this "Lisa" texted on Monday canceling for Tuesday. Naturally I went from confused to upset within five minutes. After the confusion Yolanda stated that she could still braid my hair and that she was charging me 7.99 for the bags of hair she purchased. I told her she never told me that on the phone and that I should at least get a discount on the hair or something due to this "Lisa" fiasco. She says sorry she "forgot" to tell me and that the whole mix up wasn't her fault. Once again Barbara keeps repeating the whole mix up story stating it wasn't their fault never once apologizing. I become upset again and ask why either didn't call me to verify to make sure it was me or anything before assuming and canceling me. Barbara stated well we don't do that its not in our policy. I then say well what if she couldn't even do my hair that day? I would have showed up and wasted time and gas money. Yolanda then tells me she could not do my hair because she didn't like my "Energy". Again Barbara gets in my face retelling me the story and saying that I didn't give either of them a chance to let them give me a discount (I did, they said no) and that I was the "one " who was yelling and making a scene ( I wasn't). At the end of the day neither of them would admit that they just messed up, If it had been me I would have apologized and offered some sort of a discount from the get go, they both chose not to. I left the shop humiliated with no apology from either. read more

I have been going to Barbara since 1998 and when she has moved to other salons so have I if possible, I have been to many other salons in-between when I could not find where she had gone, but have never found anyone who could understand what I wanted and cut it the way described. Through the years I have gotten comfortable enough with Barbara and her recommendations that I never feared of a bad cut or color and it was Barbara that talked me into letting my hair go back to it''s white and have never regretted it. She will listen to you and if she has any questions she will always ask twice. For those who think otherwise I feel they are looking for something great for nothing and they will never be satisfied. She is a dedicated hair artist and has put her heart and soul into her business and from choosing the location to the employees she hires. I will remain a loyal customer to Barbara and her staff and will highly recommend them anytime, anywhere ! read more